Heart-Healthy Chorizo and Egg Taco

Elevate your breakfast or brunch with these Heart-Healthy Chorizo and Egg Tacos—a nutritious twist on a classic favorite! This recipe features lean turkey chorizo, egg whites, and vibrant vegetables like spinach, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, all wrapped in warm whole grain tortillas. Seasoned with a touch of salt, pepper, and fresh cilantro, and topped with creamy slices of avocado, these tacos are bursting with flavor while staying light and wholesome. The quick 10-minute prep and 15-minute cook time make this a perfect go-to meal for busy mornings or a satisfying weekday dinner. Serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish and enjoy a dish that's as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons Olive oil
• 6 ounces Lean turkey chorizo
• 6 large Egg whites
• 0.5 medium, diced Red onion
• 2 cups Spinach
• 1 cup, quartered Cherry tomatoes
• 4 small Whole grain tortillas
• 1 medium, sliced Avocado
• 1 medium, cut into wedges Lime
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the lean turkey chorizo to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula, until it is fully cooked and slightly crispy.

Step 3

Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Push the chorizo and onion mixture to one side of the skillet and add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil. Pour in the egg whites and cook, stirring gently, until the egg whites are softly set, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the spinach and cherry tomatoes to the skillet, and stir everything together, cooking for another 2 minutes until the spinach has wilted.

Step 6

Warm the whole grain tortillas either in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 15-20 seconds.

Step 7

Fill each tortilla with the chorizo and egg mixture, top with slices of avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Step 8

Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top just before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1083.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1444.2

Total Fat 76.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 120.1mg	0%
Sodium 2800.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 80.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 326.8mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 2785.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 33.6%